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11 Things You Must See in Hong Kong Disneyland
As a Disney fanatic, we HAD to check out Hong Kong Disneyland while we were there! See how it differs from the other parks and 11 things you cannot miss!
Hong Kong Disneyland Main Entrance
First off, I LOVE DISNEY (and I’m not just saying that because I work for the company)! I've been to the Disneyland in California hundreds of times. Literally. Josh and I have been to Disneyland (California), Walt Disney World, and Disneyland Paris, so when we were on our way to Thailand and had to make a stop in Hong Kong, we just HAD to check out Hong Kong Disneyland, even if we didn't stay the whole day.
After having been to the other parks, here are the top 11 things you can't miss at Hong Kong Disneyland:
1. Main Street
There were many comparisons to the California Disneyland. Main Street looked fairly similar with a few different buildings here and there but we didn't find a Hall of Presidents here! Ha! They also served fish balls and watermelon juice at the food vendors. Not your typical Disneyland food!
The character, Duffy, is big in Hong Kong! Duffy was a lovable teddy bear that was handmade as a gift from Minnie to Mickey Mouse. Story has it, Duffy and Mickey would travel the world sharing exciting adventures and making lifelong friends, including ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou and Cookie. Cookie is Duffy’s newest friend, and she is only available in Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. You can watch their adventures together at the theater on Main Street!
Hong Kong Disneyland Main Street
It was so weird to see the Disneyland castle I grew up seeing with mountain behind it that wasn’t the Matterhorn!
Hong Kong Disneyland Castle
2. Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland Entrance - Hong Kong Disneyland
Tomorrowland had some of the best rides: Hyperspace Mountain and the Iron Man Experience (more on that in reason #3).
Hyperspace Mountain was just like the Space Mountain in Disneyland, traveling through space with Star Wars music.
X-wing parked at Space Mountain
There was even a parked X-Wing in the line queue. Pew Pew Pew!
3. The Iron Man Experience
The Iron Man Experience was basically Star Tours 3D Motion simulator with Iron Man instead. Initially Jarvis is taking you on a tour of Hong Kong however evil strikes where its up to you and Iron Man to save the city against the extraterrestrials!
4. Mystic Manor
Walking in I was expecting a classic Haunted Mansion ride - Haunted rooms stretching, doom buggies, Madame Leota, grim grinning ghosts coming out to socialize. This was NOT a Haunted Mansion ride. Due to differences in the Chinese culture they did not have references to ghosts or an afterlife situation. Instead we entered Lord Henry Mystic's manor to which he introduces himself and his pet monkey, Albert. His manor hosts a great collection treasures from around the world which all come to life after Albert opens a magical music box.
This ride was charming and fun, complete with music composed by Danny Elfman. There were a few nods to the Haunted Mansion including a Medusa changing portrait, a conservatory, and busts that follow visitors as they move. There was even a tribal arts room that looked like the Tiki Room but they shot wind darts like Indiana Jones. I can't say enough how much I loved this ride!
5. Toy Story Land
Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney World both have Toy Story Land, but the rides in Hong Kong Disneyland were so much better! I loved how everything made you feel like you were a toy yourself and your surroundings are much bigger. The rides were cute kiddie/carnival type rides, but we did go on the RC Race Car ride which was similar to a swinging ship-pendulum-type ride.
6. It's A Small World
It’s a Small World - Hong Kong Disneyland
It's a Small World after all! Can you find your favorite characters on this classic ride?
The Hong Kong skyline was even included in our adventure around the world which was the same view from our hotel!
7. Fantasyland
This Fantasyland seemed like a combination of Disneyland in California and Walt Disney World. Classics included Winnie the Pooh, Carousel, Tea Cups and Dumbo. There was even the Festival of Foods restaurants which is a take on Hunchback of Notre Dame's Festival of Fools.
8. Fantasia Garden
I loved the Sorcerer Mickey fountain and the cute Fantasia themed topiaries.
9. Frontierland
Even Frontierland had a unique ride! The Lucky Nugget Mine Car was a great combination of Big Thunder at Disneyland, Mount Everest at Animal Kingdom and the Seven Dwarves Mine Train at WDW. It went forwards AND backwards! There were even cute bears throughout it!
All of the parks have a Lucky Nugget Saloon. The one in Hong Kong is just a restaurant, there isn't a show.
10. Adventureland
There was some construction going on, so I hope they are adding more rides. All they had was Tarzan's Treehouse and The Jungle Cruise. The Jungle Cruise was pretty much the same as the other parks. It does get a little fiery at the end and a baby elephant wishes you farewell instead of Trader Sam looking to trade one of his heads for yours.
11. Mickey Train
One of the MTR lines goes straight to the Disneyland Resort stop where you have to take the cutest train to get to the park! This train was spangled with Mickey as well as other statues of Disney characters. Even the handle rings where Mickey shaped!
Don’t forget these on your magical day:
We loved our trip to Hong Kong Disneyland! Only 2 more parks to go!
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Hotel Review: InterContinental Hong Kong - China
The Hong Kong InterContinental is the perfect place to stay in Hong Kong, China. A great location with harbor views and walking distance to shops, restaurants and public transportation, I wouldn’t stay anywhere else! See our full review on the blog!
InterContinental Hong Kong on Harbour’s Edge
Address: 18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
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For New Years 2018, we went to Hong Kong and toured around Thailand. We love InterContinental hotels and the InterContinental Hong Kong did not disappoint. With spectacular views of the harbor and a prime location to transportation, shopping, and delicious restaurants, we couldn't have asked for a better hotel.
HOTEL ROOM
We used our free nights with our IHG card and were upgraded to a deluxe room. There was plenty of room for the 2 of us! The bed was comfortable and warm, perfect combo of soft and firm. Although it did get a little warm with only a comforter provided. After 16 hours on a plane, I slept like a baby!
The first thing I️ noticed was a spacious walk-in closet which I thought was a bathroom at first! Across from it was a nook that had coffee and tea as well as a fridge in the cabinet.
On the desk they provided a cell phone that we could take around the city and use it as a hotspot for wi-fi or to make local calls. There was a USB outlet next to the TV that had 4 USB plugs to cover all of our electronic needs!
The bathroom was fairly large as well decorated with a beautiful marble and included a tub and stand alone shower.
The amenities were nice including everything from toothbrushes to shower gel. I loved their towels and robes! The towels were large and soft, lacking that hotel starchy feeling. The robes were similar, long and soft, feeling like a warm hug.
Restaurants
There was a great selection of restaurants at the hotel. Most of them are (or have been) Michelin star rated!
Harbourside
For breakfast, we went to the restaurant just below the lobby called Harbourside. We enjoyed their decadent buffet spread filled with anything you could have ever wanted. Egg station, waffles, 5 different kinds of cereal, donuts, croissants, fresh fruit, all sorts of juices, cured meats and cheeses, pot stickers, curry, Chinese dishes, EVERYTHING! They also had a menu that you could order dishes such as omelets and eggs benedict. The best part of the meal was the view of the harbor!
Steak House: Wine Bar & Grill
Steak house Restaurant Harbor views of Hong Kong
For dinner, we went to the Steak House Wine Bar and Grill. This restaurant has been Michelin star rated and I can see why! To start they had an excellent selection of cocktails as well as a savvy wine list. The cheapest wine by the glass here was over $30 but it was delicious.
The restaurant was dimly lit for mood lighting, luckily they provided light up menus to help find the best steak on the list! Our table was set prior to us being seated, which included a salt bar with 8 different rock salts to choose from! We put salt on everything! I like putting salt on the butter for our bread and on our delicious steaks, we ended up trying all 8 kinds!
We ordered the ribeye cap and Japanese wagyu, which is rare to find at home in Los Angeles. Every bite melted in my mouth. Both steaks were perfectly cooked, although if I had to pick one, I'd lean towards the Japanese Wagyu! For sides, I highly recommend the sous vied mashed potatoes and fabulous potatoes au gratin.
LOBBY
Hong Kong Intercontinental Hotel Views - Harbor
The lobby was large and welcoming with tons of seating. The check-in desk was circular and in the middle of the lobby with the Concierge along the wall on the side. The bar off the lobby had a spectacular view of the harbor!
How to Get To and From the Hong Kong Airport
Metro
Paid $100 HKD ($12.80 US dollars) at the station for train tickets took to Tsing Yi to change rails.
The station was right in front of InterContinental Hong Kong! Walking up to our home for the next few days I caught a glimpse of the skyline and Christmas was still being celebrated in the lobby with a gorgeous tree and giant nutcrackers.
Taxi
Our hotel got us a cab which was $270 HK dollars (about $35 US dollars) and at 5am it only took 30 minutes to get to the airport.
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As a Disney fanatic, we HAD to check out Hong Kong Disneyland while we were there! See how it differs from the other parks and 11 things you cannot miss!